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Stephen A Smith refuses to call golfers, NASCAR drivers athletes: 'That don't count'
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Ex-NFL player Doug Martin's family sue Oakland police, allege restraint asphyxia in fatal mental health crisis
The family of former NFL running back Doug Martin has sued the city of Oakland, its police department and an ambulance company, alleging their actions contributed to the circumstances surrounding his death. In the suit, the late NFL star’s parents claim police played a role in the 36-year-old’s death and allege paramedics failed to respond…
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Fanatics Sportsbook launches program to identify, punish sports bettors who threaten athletes on social media
The rise of legalized sports betting has led to a rise of online abuse that athletes have had to deal with while trying to perform on a daily basis in their respective sports. Fanatics Sportsbook, which has become the fastest-growing sportsbook in the United States, is trying to combat that social media abuse with a…
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FIFA faces pressure to discipline 2026 World Cup co-host Mexico after anti-gay chant returns vs Czechia
An anti-gay slur that has been chanted by Mexico fans could lead to discipline from FIFA for the squad of one of the host countries in the 2026 World Cup. There were at least three instances during Mexico’s 3-0 victory over Czechia on Wednesday night where the anti-gay slur was chanted by fans. This specific…